Whether you are headed to the Tampa area for the day or a longer stay, there are many ways to fill your hours. Tampa, Florida is known for its incredible fishing, cool nightlife and buccaneers: the Tampa Bay Bucs, that is, and also their own historic privateer, Gasparilla, who they celebrate during the annual Gasparilla Festival. But there is so much more to explore. Tampa is also a family friendly destination for kids of all ages. So read on and explore: There is something for everyone.